Communication, Adjunct Faculty

Florida Gulf Coast University; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A comprehensive university in Florida seeks a dedicated faculty member for teaching Public and Effective Speaking classes. The role involves guiding students to develop crucial communication skills and collaborating with the Communication Lab on related events. Applicants should have a Master’s Degree in Communication and ideally, experience in public speaking education. This position emphasizes fostering a positive, inclusive student learning environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree required with at least 18 graduate hours in Communication.
• Experience in public speaking and teaching is preferred.
• Ability to create a supportive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach Public and Effective Speaking classes.
• Guide students in developing communication skills.
• Promote public speaking events with the Communication Lab Director.

Skills

Communication skills

Teaching ability

Interpersonal relationship skills

Critical thinking

Education

Master’s Degree with 18 graduate hours in Communication

Job description

and statements.**Job Summary**Florida Gulf Coast University is a comprehensive university dedicated to quality education, research, and service. All Faculty are expected to be excellent teachers, responsive to changing professional needs; committed to innovative delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning; committed to effective use of technology including distance learning; and provide service to the College, University, and Community. Assignments will include teaching Public and Effective Speaking classes. Additional duties may be assigned by supervisor.**Job Description****Typical duties include but are not limited to:*** Teaching responsibilities include guiding students to develop communication skills such as speech organization, outlining, delivery, audience analysis, as well as learning how to critique speeches.**Other Duties:*** Works with Communication Lab Director to promote and support public speaking related events.**Additional Job Description****Required Qualifications:*** Master’s Degree with at least 18 graduate hours in Communication**Preferred Qualifications:*** Experience in public speaking as well as teaching the theory and craft of public speaking.**Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:*** Promote a common purpose consistent with stated University goals and demonstrate a commitment to student and the learning environment.* Possess the knowledge of general written standards and procedures utilized, and have the ability to read, interpret, and follow procedural and policy manuals related to the job tasks.* Demonstrate the ability to respond to supervision, guidance and direction in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies.* Provide a quality student experience by creating a welcoming and supportive environment.* Present a professional image in word, action, and attire.* Apply effective techniques to create working relationships with others to achieve common goals; successfully communicates and collaborates with others to achieve goals.* Demonstrate skills necessary to look at situations and processes critically to make recommendations for improvement.*FGCU is a State University System of Florida member and an Equal Opportunity and Equal Access employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.*